The Pearl Hoi An, managed by The Alcove Library Hotel, is a 5-star resort on An Bang Beach in Hoi An, recognized among Asia's Top 10 Most Beautiful Beaches. The Pearl Hoi An features 588 modern rooms, most with ocean views, and versatile event spaces, including a ballroom for 300 guests, a boardroom for intimate meetings, and a beachfront lawn for gala dinners of up to 1,000 guests. A destination that blends comfort with functionality, serving both leisure and event
"Mixed Experiences at The Pearl Hoi An – 4/5 Stars
My family and I recently stayed at The Pearl Hoi An for a week in mid-September 2025, drawn by its convenient location just a short drive from the enchanting ancient town of Hoi An. This made it easy to explore the lantern festivals, bustling markets, and tailoring shops while having a relaxed base to return to. The pool was a definite highlight—spacious, well-maintained, and surrounded by tropical greenery, it kept our kids entertained for hours with its fun shallow areas and loungers for us parents. The staff in the common areas were generally friendly, and the breakfast buffet offered a decent variety of options to suit everyone’s tastes, blending local flavors with familiar Western dishes.
However, the experience wasn’t without its frustrations, which highlighted some operational shortcomings. On our first night, the air conditioner in the master bedroom completely broke down, leaving the room uncomfortably hot and humid. We called the front desk, but their response was lackluster—they seemed disorganized and unempathetic, taking far too long to send help. A maintenance person finally arrived but worked noisily on the issue until 11:30 PM, disrupting our sleep and the kids’ bedtime routine. The front desk team really needs to improve their customer service skills; simple things like clear communication and a sense of urgency were missing, making us feel undervalued as guests. Overall, incidents like this left us with the impression that Vietnam, while beautiful, might not be fully prepared for the demands of international tourism in terms of infrastructure and service standards.
That said, we’d still recommend The Pearl for its value as a family-friendly spot near Hoi An’s attractions, though it could use some updates to match its potential. One tip: Avoid the nearby coconut forest boating tour—it’s overpriced and chaotic, with pushy vendors turning what should be a peaceful ride into a stressful money-grab, complete with questionable safety like inadequate life jackets and unstable boats. If the hotel addresses its maintenance and service issues, we’d consider returning; for now, it’s a solid but imperfect 4-star choice in a stunning region."